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How Biscoes Legal Services Limited Compares

Value for money

This firm - 90%
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Excellent does not necessarily mean ‘cheap’. It means that clients thought that the level of service received was Excellent for what they paid.

This score has been calculated using up to the last 300 reviews left by clients of Biscoes Legal Services Limited on ReviewSolicitors.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask reviewer questions about the value for money they felt they received by using Biscoes Legal Services Limited. These questions include:

  • Value for money (a rating of 1-5)
  • How much were you initially quoted or how much did you expect to pay?
  • Approximately how much did you end up spending for the legal services provided (ignoring disbursements and court fees)
  • Did you think this was underpriced, overpriced or about right?
  • Overall experience

We use data science to amalgamate the answers to these questions and create a ‘ReviewSolicitors score’ out of 100. The above chart representation score is a simple percentage representation of the averaged score across those who have reviewed this law firm.

Underpriced 0%
Overpriced 4%
About Right 95%

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Would recommend to
friends and family

This firm - 91%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Biscoes Legal Services Limited and have had a satisfactory experience where they have indicated that they would recommend the services of the law firm to their friends and family.

You can use this data to see how Biscoes Legal Services Limited performs against other law firms nationally. A score close to 100% indicates that this firm is highly valued by their clients.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Would you recommend this firm to somebody else?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 91%
No 9%

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Satisfied with
outcome of matter

This firm - 92%
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ReviewSolicitors uses our community data to show you how many clients used Biscoes Legal Services Limited and were satisfied with the outcome of their matter. Being satisfied with the outcome of your matter is an important consideration to have in mind.

You can use this data to see how Biscoes Legal Services Limited compares to the national average of clients being satisfied with the outcome of their matter after instructing a solicitor.

As part of our review questionnaire we ask the question:

"Were you satisfied with the outcome of your case?"

The reviewer can select either “Yes” or “No”.

The above score is a simple percentage representation of the total amount of clients who selected the “Yes” option:

Yes 92%
No 8%

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Rankings by area of expertise

The rankings below show the areas of expertise that Biscoes Legal Services Limited offers to clients. You can see how good the service offered is in comparison to all other law firms nationally.

Data shown above is based on the reviews and client feedback collected by ReviewSolicitors over the last 12 months.

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Client Reviews

4.7/5

Reviews summary

  • Excellent

    1150
  • Very Good

    69
  • Average

    18
  • Poor

    26
  • Awful

    77

Overall experience

  • Value For Money
  • Communication
  • Initial Impressions
  • Approachability
  • Documentation Accuracy
  • Legal knowledge
Andrew S

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Andrew S

October 22, 2024

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My Will

I am very satisfied with the service I received from Kate, she was very professional and explained the process clearly and put the legal jargon into layman's terms. Kate kept me informed throughout the process and worked on everything in a timely manner.

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James Wainwright

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James Wainwright

September 25, 2024

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Rewriting and revision of wills

From our initial greeting by Katie we experienced courtesy, caring and the highest level of professionalism.
The process of rewriting was explained clearly as were the advantages of the greatly simplified will documents. We were talked through the processes, the tasks undertaken on our behalf by Katie and our involvement.
We were impressed by the clarity of the explanation and were fully in agreement with all that was explained.
The entire process was simple for us and we were completely satisfied with the outcome.
Our sincere thank to K J Cox and especially to Katie. We will be using the team for all our legal requirements.

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Sarah Strickland

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Redundancy

Sarah Strickland

September 12, 2024

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Excellent

Bradley was very knowledgeable and gave excellent advice

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Max

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Max

September 10, 2024

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Writing a new Will

The whole process was very simple and well explained. Good advice was given which was very welcome.

The whole process was quick, smooth, friendly and professional

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Sheila price

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Sheila price

August 15, 2024

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Excellent service

My husband and I received first class service from Kate in the Alton office. She explained everything in simple terms and was very friendly approachable whilst remaining professional. We need our LPA’ s done quickly and she achieved this. She kept us informed throughout the process.

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Keith Budden

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Keith Budden

July 25, 2024

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Fantastic service re child custody / family law

Dealing with Kellie, Kate and the team at KJ Cox Solicitor has been a pleasant experience through what at times has been a very testing and trying period. They give clear, empathetic advice in a language which non-lawyers can understand, and at the same time, give a strong, feisty response to their legal adversaries.

Always prompt to respond, often going above and beyond to get things right, I would have no hesitation in recommending Kellie and her team to anyone who needs help with family law matters.

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Anonymous

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June 27, 2024

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Professional, Efficient and Empathetic

I knew Kellie-Jayne was the right lawyer for me the first time we met. She listened intently to my situation and was kind and empathetic throughout. She was balanced and honest in her advice to me, and non-confrontational in her dealings with the other side. Without double Kellie-Jayne made an extremely difficult process more manageable. Thank you.

I have used KJ Cox for other advice and she and her colleagues have been excellent each time.

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Think twice before you use this firm

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Think twice before you use this firm

June 19, 2024

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Very unsatisfactory meeting

I was advised to pay for a fixed fee £200 session rather than a free 30 minute session as my case was quite complicated.
Firstly I received no other information other than I already knew and had provided to them. I felt the service I received did not match the cost by a long way.
Secondly I received a closure of account letter stating a final invoice had been issued and once paid this would close the case -on phoning to query this, they checked the records and discovered there was no final invoice due, and it was just a typo'!!
I said, to tell client they owed more money was not 'just a typo' ands the gentleman who I spoke to says it happens all the time... to which my response was this is highly unprofessional. He was very abrupt and seemed to just want to get. me off the phone.
I would;d strongly suggest to anyone else considering using this company to think twice before engaging them as the way they handle complaints is very unprofessional.

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Vince

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May 08, 2024

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Excellent service from start to finish.

Louise dealt with my divorce proceedings and from start to finish, she made the entire process incredibly easy with her professional and personal manner. Divorce proceeding are delicate by their very nature but working with Louise made me feel very reassured and comfortable with what we were doing. Thank you, you have been amazing.

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Linda Knutsen

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Linda Knutsen

May 01, 2024

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Very caring solicitors

Kellie gave expert advice on disability and capacity and legality around deputyship. She speaks with authority and huge care.

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Steven

February 19, 2024

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Steven

The team at KJ Cox are knowledgeable, easy to talk to and make everything very comprehensible and easily digestable. I can't recommend them enough. Thank you for all mediation and services you provided.

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Alex

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February 13, 2024

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Alex

Having been recommended kellie-Jane and her firm by a friend I was very grateful that kellie was every bit the person I was led to
believe with how professional she was.

During a difficult time for myself and family kellie was full of empathy and sensitivity throughout and was every bit the solicitor I could have wished for !!

Without reservation or hesitation I would highly recommend kellie and her team.

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February 11, 2024

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eleanor

I have received the most fantastic service from Kellie-Jayne and the team at a very difficult time following the death of my mother. The team has handled my case with empathy and sensitivity and have really supported me throughout. I would not hesitate to recommend KJ Cox solicitors.

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Lily

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February 10, 2024

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Lily

The KJ Cox team assisted me with a family matter, throughout the hole process they were very compassionate and understanding. They listened to everything I had to say and also put my worries at ease, they really made sure you knew every detail. I can't recommend the KJ cox team enough thank you so much!

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Kevin

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February 10, 2024

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Knowledgeable, helpful and friendly staff. Will use them again when needed.

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About this branch

Description

Historically, the longserving Portsmouth based firms of Biscoe Smith, Heather and Bellinger, Cousins Burbidge & Connor and Lyndhurst Groves merged in 1994 to form Biscoes Cousins Groves. In 2004 in the Firm's 150th year, Biscoes absorbed Wilkinson & Co and merged with King and Franckeiss, both well respected local firms. Subsequently in 2005 a merger with Covers added a Petersfield office to an already impressive list of locations, which was closely followed by the opening of an office in Gosport. In 2006 a Portchester branch was created following the link up with the long established practice of Barry Swanton & Co. In 2018 Biscoes merged with Gurney Champion & Co & Heyes Saumuel in Ryde, Isle of Wight. Biscoes continues to move confidently into the 21st Century, whilst remaining steadfastly committed to the provision of a traditional and locally based legal service. Located in offices close to you. Emergency and home appointments are available in certain cases. We are here to help you with all your legal requirements and offer a comprehensive range of legal services. We pride ourselves in providing a professional approach in a friendly environment.

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Personal areas of law

  • Employment
    • Agency Staff / Temp Workers
    • Constructive/Unfair Dismissal
    • Disciplinary Hearings
    • Discrimination at Work
    • Employee Team Moves
    • Employment Contracts
    • Employment Law
    • Equal Pay Disputes
    • Family Leave
    • Flexible Working
    • Gardening Leave
    • Harassment/Bullying at Work
    • Holiday Pay Issues
    • Maternity and Paternity
    • Media and Sports
    • Military
    • Part Time Workers
    • Pay Issue
    • Pension Law
    • Privacy and Data Protection
    • Professional Discipline
    • Redundancy
    • Restrictive Covenants
    • Senior Executives
    • Settlement Agreements
    • Stress at Work
    • TUPE
    • Tribunal Claims
    • UK Employment Laws
    • Unfair Dismissal Claims
    • Whistleblower Protection
  • Family Law
    • Lasting power of attorney

Business areas of law

  • Commercial Property
    • Commercial Leases
    • Commercial mortgages
    • Developer disputes
    • Development plot sales
    • Environmental policy law
    • Finance
    • Investment purchases and Buy to Let
    • Landlord and tenant
    • Planning law
    • Purchase and Sale Of Commercial Property
    • Purchase of development land
    • Rights of way issues
    • Sales or purchases of shops, factories, warehouses, offices and licensed premises
  • Company & Commercial
    • Agency agreements
    • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
    • Asset Tracing
    • Business structures and joint ventures
    • Commercial Contracts and Agreements
    • Commercial Law
    • Commercial Litigation Matters
    • Competition law
    • Contract law
    • Contractual Disputes
    • Corporate Law
    • Corporate finance
    • Credit Control
    • Data Protection
    • Debt Recovery
    • Employment - business
    • Entrepreneurs
    • Founders
    • Franchising
    • Insolvency and Bankruptcy
    • Insurance
    • Intellectual Property
    • Litigation for Holiday and Residential Parks
    • Management buyouts
    • Merchandising and sponsorship
    • Mergers and Acquisitions
    • Mis-sold Interest Rate Swap Agreements
    • Outsourcing agreements
    • Partnership and LLP law
    • Sales and Purchases
    • Setting up a business
    • Share option schemes
    • Shareholder Agreements
    • Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
    • Slander
    • Small businesses
    • Start-ups
    • Statutory Demands
    • Summary Judgment
    • Tax
    • Unfair Loan Charges
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